Aspietip: How do you feel about making friends? I think it's rare for two people to have everything they like in common, but at the same time, I believe it's absolutely essential for autistic individuals to befriend people who share one of their special interests. Why? Well, otherwise, we may spend weeks, months, or even years of our lives trying to "be a good friend," using up our loyalty all while masking and never receiving. With that in mind, try to make new friends at a venue that relates to your interest: an amusement park, movie showing, concert, convention, store, museum, etc. Find someone who is by themselves and simply say, "Hi! You like ___ too?" Inevitably, the person will say yes. Most likely, we, as people on the spectrum, would want to reply by sharing everying we know and love about our special interest, but resist! Ask the potential friend what they like about it first. Give them a chance to talk and follow-up with your true similarities, i.e. "I like that about ___ too!" #specialinterest#autismlife#disneylover
Tip for @thecreativehermit